How many syllables in “ladder”?
syllables in "ladder"
Word details
Syllables
2
lad · der
Letters
6
l · a · d · d · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “ladder”
The word “ladder” contains 2 syllables, divided as lad · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ladder" have?
"ladder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ladder" into syllables?
"ladder" is divided into syllables as: lad · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "ladder"?
The Scrabble score for "ladder" is 8 points.
Using “ladder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ladder" (lad · der) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ladder” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “ladder”
The letters in “ladder” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: larded, raddle.